as in trivialities
something of little importance
socialites whose lives were almost entirely consumed by fripperies
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Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present.—
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The fires broke out in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Jan. 7, forcing tens of thousands of residents to flee as flames and smoke swept through the region.—
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14 July 2025
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“Fripperies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fripperies. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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